Simone Walsh

Exceptional company!

Every aspect of this adventure was professionally planned and executed. From initial inquiries to the final night in Port Moresby, I could not fault the efforts of Getaway Trekking. I particularly commend this Australian-based outfit for the manner in which they treat their local employees.

It was evident as we interacted with other porters along the track that the Buna boys were the most content, most resourced and most respected. They genuinely enjoyed their jobs – singing, dancing, story-telling, sharing jokes and teaching us language.

The awareness of WHS issues was exemplary (the landslide episode will be forever etched into my mind, not so much for the risk but for the extraordinary care and concern shown by the boys – we could not have been safer). Thank you Humphrey, Gibson and all the boys – you were the highlight of my Kokoda experience. Our Aussie guides; Peter and Russ, you value added the experience, beyond any $ amount your passion for Kokoda military history, wisdom in handling the unexpected and insight into the minds of weary trekkers allowed me to complete AND enjoy the trek. I have no hesitation in recommending Getaway Trekking.

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Adventure School Treks (formerly Kokoda School Treks) is a wholly owned subsidiary of Getaway Trekking Pty Ltd. At Getaway Trekking, we are passionate about the Kokoda Trail, its history and the culture of its people. This passion resulted to the creation of Kokoda School Treks, which remains the only purpose designed program for schools wishing to offer their students the Kokoda Trail experience. It is our number one goal to ensure that students, parents and teachers find the experience of trekking Kokoda inspiring, educational and above all, rewarding. In undertaking the Kokoda School Treks program, students not only have this opportunity, but also learn about the teamwork and leadership, gain an appreciation of a vastly different culture and make some fabulous new friends along the way! We are pleased to announce that with the change to Adventure School Treks, we hope to transfer the Kokoda experience to other destinations in Australia and around the world.